Arrhenoblastoma of ovary


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Definition

Arrhenoblastoma of the ovary is an ovarian tumor that secretes testosterone.


Alternative Names

Stromal tumor; Gonadal stromal tumor; Sex cord tumor; Androblastoma


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

This is a rare tumor that accounts for less than 0.5% of all ovarian tumors. These tumors are found in women of all age groups, but are most common in young women.



Review Date: 05/22/2006
Reviewed By: Adam S. Levy, MD, Director, Fellowship Training Program, Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, The Children's Hospital at Montefiore, Bronx,NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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